"Toad Road" follows James, a young man stuck in a dead-end town, who spends his days with drug-using friends indulging in heavy substance abuse. His life takes a turn when he meets Sara, a charming newcomer to the group who urges James to delve deeper into drug experimentation and introduces him to the eerie local legend of Toad Road—an ominous forest location rumored to be home to the Seven Gates of Hell. The film explores themes of addiction, youth despair, and supernatural folklore.
Trivia and Behind-the-Scenes:
1. "Toad Road" features several of its cast members playing fictionalized versions of themselves, lending an authentic and raw feel to the portrayal of drug culture.
2. The film was shot on location in a small New Jersey town, utilizing real abandoned houses and woods to enhance its eerie and realistic atmosphere.
3. Director Jason Banker infused the script with actual stories from locals about Toad Road legends, grounding the horror elements in true folklore and community myths.
Crew of Toad Road
Full backstage crew list →- Released October 25, 2013